By
CampusLife
Posted 2 hours ago
Mon 04 May, 2026 12:05 AM
Padel has become such a popular sport recently – it's quick to learn, cheap and great for bonding with friends!
So we've found the top spots for you to try in and near Zone 1:
Padel Social Club | O2 & Earls Court
Padel social club have two temporary outdoor padel courts at The O2 (full club coming soon) and a lively hub at Earls Court, where you and your mates can book a court and get active. You can even book private coaching if you're a beginner who wants to get stuck into playing padel and refine your skills.
Padel in The Royal Parks
Both Hyde Park and The Regent's Park offer padel courts. Not only are they convenient places for students, but you get to be surrounded by the beautiful greenery of these parks!
You can book casual play, courses or coaching here, which is great for those who want to learn how to play and for those who just want to have fun.
Padium | Canary Wharf
Padium's indoor padel court is a fun space where you can play, relax and connect with people. They have a series of classes to cater for all levels - Intro To Padel, Academy, Ladies Padel, Club Night/Socials, and much more.
They also have a fun feature where you can even capture and analyse your gameplay with gamecams for those that want to improve their skills, or if you pulled off a really good shot.
Padel is a great sport to try. It's very inclusive, social and easy to pick up. If you want to get some cardio in, padel is a great sport to get started with, and you can bring your mates! 🎾